The New Patriotic Party (NPP) successfully held its Presidential Primaries on Saturday, January 31, 2026, across designated polling centres nationwide. The keenly contested internal election formed a crucial part of the party’s preparations toward the 2028 general election, as five prominent aspirants vied for the mandate to lead the party as its presidential flagbearer.
According to the provisional results released after the close of polls, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia emerged as the clear frontrunner in the race. He polled 100,120 votes, representing 56.39 percent of the total valid votes cast. His commanding performance placed him well ahead of his closest competitors, reflecting strong support from party delegates across the country.
Mr. Ken Ohene Agyapong placed second, securing 41,858 votes, which translates to 23.57 percent. He was followed by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, who obtained 32,985 votes, representing 18.58 percent of the votes cast. Meanwhile, the Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, garnered 1,676 votes, accounting for 1.04 percent, while Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyapong received 375 votes, representing 0.21 percent.
The provisional results clearly indicate a decisive victory for Dr. Bawumia, positioning him as the party’s preferred choice to lead the NPP into the 2028 general election. As of now, party members, supporters, and the general public are awaiting the official declaration from the Electoral Commission to formally confirm Dr. Bawumia as the newly elected NPP presidential flagbearer.
Once officially declared, Dr. Bawumia is expected to begin consolidating support within the party and intensifying preparations for the next phase of the electoral journey.
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